Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak island, NC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Oak island, NC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak island, NC
The average last frost date in spring for Oak island is March 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 8th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Oak island, NC
The average first frost date in fall for Oak island is November 15th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Oak island, NC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak island is approximately 235 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Oak island, NC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak island, NC Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Parsley (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Mustard (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from March 11th to March 25th), direct sowing Cilantro (from March 11th to April 8th), and direct sowing Carrot (from March 4th to March 18th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from April 8th to April 22nd), direct sowing Lima Bean (from April 8th to April 22nd), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 1st to April 15th).